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The Black and White

The Student News Site of Walt Whitman High School

The Black and White

The Student News Site of Walt Whitman High School

The Black and White

In the early morning hours, students, blue-collar workers and businessmen alike pass through turnstiles and flood the Metro station, ready to embark on their daily commute.

The Metro funding crisis: how students navigate D.C.’s transportation desert

By Katja Treadwell December 6, 2024

In the early morning hours, students, blue-collar workers and businessmen alike pass through turnstiles and flood the Metro station, ready to embark on their daily commute. Every morning, more than...

A crisp breeze blows through the early morning air and local residents of all ages prepare for the run ahead. The race begins, and the rhythmic sound of feet hitting the pavement fills the air.

The Bethesda Turkey Chase Charity Race returns for the 42nd time

By Lauren Perrin December 1, 2024

Golden leaves line the streets of downtown Bethesda as thousands of runners gather excitedly at the start line for the race. A crisp breeze blows through the early morning air and local residents of all...

In traditional rom-coms, a “meet-cute” refers to the moment introducing two love interests, often in a whimsical, fantastical way. However, their meet-cute for chef Almut Brühl (Florence Pugh) and cereal company representative Tobias Durand (Andrew Garfield) isn't exactly typical: Almut hits Tobias with her car.

“We Live in Time,” a devastating love story

By Stella Bleiweis November 19, 2024

In traditional rom-coms, a “meet-cute” refers to the moment introducing two love interests, often in a whimsical, fantastical way. However, their meet-cute for chef Almut Brühl (Florence Pugh) and...

Tyler Okonma, more commonly known as “Tyler, the Creator” released his most recent album, “CHROMAKOPIA,” Oct. 28. The album is a major breakthrough for both the artist and the industry as a whole.

Every song on Tyler, the Creator’s “CHROMAKOPIA,” explained

By Hannah Mullins and Simon Llanos November 15, 2024

Tyler Okonma, more commonly known as “Tyler, the Creator” released his most recent album, “CHROMAKOPIA,” Oct. 28. The album is a major breakthrough for both the artist and the industry as a whole....

Michael Keaton has a bit of a secret: his new movie “Goodrich,” released this past October in theaters nationwide, has flown almost completely under the general public’s radar. Keaton is certainly not trying to hide the film’s existence.

“Goodrich”: a low-budget romp that feels much more valuable than its price tag

By Henry Dupree November 13, 2024

Michael Keaton has a bit of a secret: his new movie “Goodrich,” released this past October in theaters nationwide, has flown almost completely under the general public’s radar. Keaton is certainly...

English musician Charli XCX released “Brat and it’s completely different but also still brat” Oct. 11 as a follow-up to her critically acclaimed electro-pop album “BRAT.”

Every remix on Charli XCX’s “Brat and it’s completely different but also still brat” ranked

By Elana Snyder November 12, 2024

English musician Charli XCX released “Brat and it’s completely different but also still brat” Oct. 11 as a follow-up to her critically acclaimed electro-pop album “BRAT.” Released in June, it...

Photo credits to the Smithsonian National Museum of Asian Art website.

National Museum of Asian Art lights up “Asia After Dark” Diwali festival

By Rishith Alimchandani November 11, 2024

As dusk falls, the museum glows with the warm hues of Diwali lights. The aroma of traditional Indian sweets and spices floats through the air, mixing with the vibrant beats of South Asian music echoing...

The leaves are starting to fall and the temperature is beginning to drop — autumn is here, and with it comes the season of pumpkin spice and soups.

Five decadent recipes to bake this fall

By Abby Ikenson October 29, 2024

The leaves are starting to fall and the temperature is beginning to drop — autumn is here, and with it comes the season of pumpkin spice and soups.  The best way to celebrate the turn of the season...

Since OpenAI’s 2022 unveiling of ChatGPT for the public — the first major generative artificial intelligence (AI) chatbot, teachers — parents and school administrators have worried about its impact on students’ education.

How high school students are using AI today

By Benjamin Levy October 28, 2024

Since OpenAI’s 2022 unveiling of ChatGPT for the public — the first major generative artificial intelligence (AI) chatbot, teachers — parents and school administrators have worried about its impact...

The afternoon sun leaks through the windows, illuminating books littered on shelves. The sound of flipping pages and friendly chatter echoes through the bookstore as customers file in.

Wonderland Books: bringing the joy of reading back to Bethesda

By Elana Snyder October 27, 2024

The afternoon sun leaks through the windows, illuminating books littered on shelves. The sound of flipping pages and friendly chatter echoes through the bookstore as customers file in. The air fills with...

Whitman’s Leadership Academy for Social Justice (LASJ) program expanded for county-wide enrollment for the 2024-2025 school year.

A month in: LASJ opens doors, breaks barriers

By Camilla Fan October 17, 2024

Whitman’s Leadership Academy for Social Justice (LASJ) program expanded for county-wide enrollment for the 2024-2025 school year. The program is part of MCPS’s Division of Consortia Choice and Application...

Joyful greetings fill the expansive room at Soorp Khatch Armenian Apostolic Church. Tables scattered around the space hold traditional Armenian cuisine, its aroma filling the air.

Armenian Food Festival: exploring Armenian culture through taste

By Lauren Perrin October 16, 2024

“Inchbes es?”  Joyful greetings fill the expansive room at Soorp Khatch Armenian Apostolic Church. Tables scattered around the space hold traditional Armenian cuisine, its aroma filling the air....

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